Questions for 1965 Parisienne owners PT #2

Neilvermilion · Addicted!

Questions for 1965 Parisienne owners PT #2

cdnpont · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

Neilvermilion wrote:
Hey everyone, i just got myself 1965 Parisienne CS in so-so condition and have tons of questions, will post them in corresponding forum sections:
Breaks/Wheels
1. Are there bolt-on power disk break sets to replace drum breaks?
Yes. Aftermarket 11". Or the OEM 11.75" 1969-70 Single piston setup.
2. What would be the size of rally rims and tires if there are disc breaks? Does anyone have pictures of their wheels on?
15" Rally is required with discs. Or a suitable reproduction deep scalloped wheel. Tire size not dictated by the disc brakes. Tire width by the rim.
3. What's a bolt pattern on those cars? Currently I have 215/75/14 tires but not sure what a bolt pattern.
5 x 4.75"

Neilvermilion · Addicted!

cdnpont wrote:
Neilvermilion wrote:
Hey everyone, i just got myself 1965 Parisienne CS in so-so condition and have tons of questions, will post them in corresponding forum sections:
Breaks/Wheels
1. Are there bolt-on power disk break sets to replace drum breaks?
Yes. Aftermarket 11". Or the OEM 11.75" 1969-70 Single piston setup.
2. What would be the size of rally rims and tires if there are disc breaks? Does anyone have pictures of their wheels on?
15" Rally is required with discs. Or a suitable reproduction deep scalloped wheel. Tire size not dictated by the disc brakes. Tire width by the rim.
3. What's a bolt pattern on those cars? Currently I have 215/75/14 tires but not sure what a bolt pattern.
5 x 4.75"

Awesome, thanks for the answers. By tire size i mean thickness and proportion, depending on the rim width of course:)

cdnpont · Canadian Poncho Superstar!

I think you are limited somewhat on the rear of the 65-66 with tire width owing to that flat profile (skirt ready) of the opening. I have a 245/60/15 on the back of mine, on a 15x8 wheel, and there is not much room between the tire and WW lip.

Of course, wheels with custom offsets can give you more tire width. The fronts are a little more forgiving if the suspension is in good order (not sagged).

Members that are well versed in wheel and tire sizes will surely chime in.

1965CS · Guru

I have a 65 CS vert and currently running 255/60 15x 8" on the rear with adequate clearance. That may be due to the offset of the aftermarket wheels.

Could also use these on the front but it's tough on the steering components so I have 225/70 15x7"on the front, close to same diameter.

-- Edited by 1965CS on Tuesday 21st of March 2023 06:38:15 PM

Neilvermilion · Addicted!

1965CS wrote:
I have a 65 CS vert and currently running 255/60 15x 8" on the rear with adequate clearance. That may be due to the offset of the aftermarket wheels.
Could also use these on the front but it's tough on the steering components so I have 225/70 15x7"on the front, close to same diameter.

-- Edited by 1965CS on Tuesday 21st of March 2023 06:38:15 PM

Do you have a bigger photo of your front wheels by any chance? Are those on disc brakes or drum? What's rim offset if those are disk ones?